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Khan - Peterson rematch set for May 19

Khan - Peterson rematch set for May 19

Rediff.com10 Feb 2012

Amir Khan will fight Lamont Peterson on May 19 in Las Vegas after the Briton was granted his wish for a rematch after his controversial loss to the American last December, his promoter said on Thursday.

The hottest gadgets at the top electronics show

The hottest gadgets at the top electronics show

Rediff.com6 Jan 2011

With 2,700 exhibitors, this year's Consumer Electronics Show (CES) showcases some of the world's hottest gadgets.

Briton Khan knocked out in fourth round by Garcia

Briton Khan knocked out in fourth round by Garcia

Rediff.com15 Jul 2012

American Danny Garcia knocked out Britain's Amir Khan in the fourth round to add the WBA light-welterweight crown to his WBC super-lightweight title in Las Vegas on Saturday.

Intel shows off wearable gadgets as chipmaker expands beyond PCs

Intel shows off wearable gadgets as chipmaker expands beyond PCs

Rediff.com7 Jan 2015

The chipmaker also promised to hire more women

Like The Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu Poster? Vote!

Like The Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu Poster? Vote!

Rediff.com30 Nov 2011

The film has Imran Khan and Kareena Kapoor sharing screen space for the first time.

Aus Open champ Kenin to participate in World TeamTennis in July

Aus Open champ Kenin to participate in World TeamTennis in July

Rediff.com28 May 2020

Grand Slam champions Sofia Kenin and Sloane Stephens are set to take part in World TeamTennis

Ex-coach, players charged with fixing games

Ex-coach, players charged with fixing games

Rediff.com12 Apr 2011

Ten people, including two former basketball players and a former assistant coach at the University of San Diego, have been indicted in connection with a scheme to fix games since 2008, US federal prosecutors said on Monday.

US plane makes emergency landing after pilot scare

US plane makes emergency landing after pilot scare

Rediff.com28 Mar 2012

A Las Vegas bound flight of a United States airliner made an emergency landing in Texas when the plane's pilot gave a mid-air scare to passengers about a possible attack by Al Qaeda and had to be restrained.

PHOTOS: Neymar makes the most of his holidays

PHOTOS: Neymar makes the most of his holidays

Rediff.com29 Jul 2015

When Barcelona lost to Chelsea in pre season friendly, Neymar was busy holidaying in Ibiza, Spain.

Former world champion Hatton hangs up gloves

Former world champion Hatton hangs up gloves

Rediff.com8 Jul 2011

Britain's former two-weight world champion Ricky Hatton called time on his 14-year professional boxing career on Thursday.

Indy officials say 'Perfect Storm' caused Wheldon's death

Indy officials say 'Perfect Storm' caused Wheldon's death

Rediff.com16 Dec 2011

The crash that killed two-time Indianapolis 500 winner Dan Wheldon was the result of a 'perfect storm' with no single factor pinpointed as the cause of the deadly accident, IndyCar officials said on Thursday.

The deadliest mass shootings in US history

The deadliest mass shootings in US history

Rediff.com2 Oct 2017

At least 50 people have been killed after a gunman opened fire at the Mandalay Bay Casino in Las Vegas - the deadliest mass shooting in the history of United States. Here's a look at other such incidents that have struck the country in recent times.

Spotted: Hrithik Roshan shooting Kites

Spotted: Hrithik Roshan shooting Kites

Rediff.com8 Oct 2008

Reader Sachin Rehan has sends us a photograph.

Winners remember Wheldon, Simoncelli

Winners remember Wheldon, Simoncelli

Rediff.com30 Oct 2011

The podium finishers of the inaugural India Grand Prix, on Sunday, remembered IndyCar racer Dan Wheldon and Moto GP rider Marco Simoncelli who died recently in car crashes, with second-placed Jenson Button dedicating the race to the two drivers.

F1 drivers pay tribute to Wheldon, Simoncelli

F1 drivers pay tribute to Wheldon, Simoncelli

Rediff.com28 Oct 2011

Formula One drivers Jenson Button and Mark Webber will pay a special tribute to late British racer and friend Dan Wheldon at this weekend's inaugural Indian Grand Prix after a grim month for motorsport.

COVID-19: Woods, Mickelson, Brady to play charity match

COVID-19: Woods, Mickelson, Brady to play charity match

Rediff.com23 Apr 2020

Woods and Mickelson previously played a pay-per-view exhibition in November 2018 that was beset with technical difficulties and ultimately streamed for free.

Ecclestone has no safety worries for Indian GP

Ecclestone has no safety worries for Indian GP

Rediff.com24 Oct 2011

Formula One supremo Bernie Ecclestone has no safety concerns over Sunday's Indian Grand Prix, the first major motorsport event since the tragic deaths of British driver Dan Wheldon and Italy's Marco Simoncelli in separate races.

Gagan Deep meets Mike Tyson!

Gagan Deep meets Mike Tyson!

Rediff.com30 Nov 2006

Reader Sunil Srivastava sent us a picture of Mike Tyson.

When Bollywood wed in Italy, LA, Phuket...

When Bollywood wed in Italy, LA, Phuket...

Rediff.com12 Dec 2017

Bollywood doesn't go abroad only for outdoor shoots!

How Delhi Belly leading ladies got lucky

How Delhi Belly leading ladies got lucky

Rediff.com30 Jun 2011

Actresses Shenaz Treasury and Poorna Jagannathan share their experience on working in Delhi Belly.

The Hangover 2 is beset with old gags

The Hangover 2 is beset with old gags

Rediff.com27 May 2011

Zach Galifianakis leads from the front, despite being treated like an add-on.

Actor Tony Curtis is no more

Actor Tony Curtis is no more

Rediff.com30 Sep 2010

According to Entertainment Tonight, the actor's daughter Jamie Lee Curtis' rep confirmed the news. No further details were given.

Vote: The hottest Miss Universe of the decade!

Vote: The hottest Miss Universe of the decade!

Rediff.com31 Aug 2010

The Miss Universe pageant last week saw Miss Mexico Jimena Navarrete crowned the winner for 2010. We take a look at past title-holders and invite you to let us know who you think was the best of the decade!

MGM Grand plans to open hotel in Delhi

MGM Grand plans to open hotel in Delhi

Rediff.com8 Mar 2011

This will be MGM's first destination in India, and it expects to be ready by early 2014. There won't be any casino here, though.

First android-based tablet PC for India

First android-based tablet PC for India

Rediff.com24 Dec 2009

Developed by IITians, it will be showcased at the Consumer Electronics Show.

Ramadoss will attend say AAPI leaders

Ramadoss will attend say AAPI leaders

Rediff.com19 Jun 2008

On tap to keynote the 26th annual Convention of the American Association of Physicians of Indian Originarguably the largest and most influential ethnic professional organization in the United Statesin Las Vegas next week, is Indian Health Minister Dr Anbumani Ramadoss, who AAPI leaders say has confirmed he will attend despite rumors to the contrary because of Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's austerity drive discouraging his ministers from foreign travel.

India losing billions for skewed tourism policy

India losing billions for skewed tourism policy

Rediff.com22 Jun 2010

India could become the biggest tourism players in the world, if it stopped ignoring the trends that are sweeping the sector.

Weightlifter Sanjita Chanu demands probe after IWF admits of mistake in dope case

Weightlifter Sanjita Chanu demands probe after IWF admits of mistake in dope case

Rediff.com26 Jul 2018

The IWF has admitted to mentioning two different urine sample numbers in its communication of her dope flunk earlier this year, according to a letter that the world body sent to the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA).

Mexico earthquake: One killed, many feared trapped

Mexico earthquake: One killed, many feared trapped

Rediff.com5 Apr 2010

A major earthquake of 7.2 magnitude hit Baja California in Mexico, shaking skyscrapers in San Diego and Los Angeles, whose strong tremors were felt as far as Phoenix and Las Vegas as well.The immediate impact of the earthquake on people and buildings were not immediately known. The quake was centred approximately 25 kilometre south-southwest of Guadalupe Victoria, the United States geological survey said.

Wheldon bids farewell to the world in a fiery crash

Wheldon bids farewell to the world in a fiery crash

Rediff.com17 Oct 2011

Dan Wheldon, who was killed in a fiery crash in Las Vegas on Sunday, was one of Britain's most successful race car drivers and one of the rare few foreign drivers who made it big in the United States.

'Michael was thinking of producing films'

'Michael was thinking of producing films'

Rediff.com30 Jun 2009

Hollywood producer Ashok Amritraj talks about his meeting with Michael Jackson.

Fight Of The Century: 'Underdog' Pacquiao 'confident' of out-punching Mayweather

Fight Of The Century: 'Underdog' Pacquiao 'confident' of out-punching Mayweather

Rediff.com30 Apr 2015

Filipino politician-turned-boxer Manny Pacquiao has said that he is fully confident of beating undefeated US boxing champion Floyd Mayweather despite being tipped as the 'underdog' for the much-anticipated 'fight of the century' bout on May 2 in Las Vegas.

A star each for Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin

A star each for Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin

Rediff.com11 Feb 2010

The iconic singers will be posthumously honoured with places on the Las Vegas Walk Of Stars.

WBC middleweight boxing: Khan knocked out by Alvarez

WBC middleweight boxing: Khan knocked out by Alvarez

Rediff.com8 May 2016

Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez landed a devastating right hook to knock out Amir Khan in the sixth round and claim the WBC middleweight title clash in Las Vegas on Saturday.

PIX: Miss Universe 2010, winners and finalists

PIX: Miss Universe 2010, winners and finalists

Rediff.com24 Aug 2010

A look at the winners and finalists of the Miss Universe 2010 beauty pageant.

Luxury on a budget

Luxury on a budget

Rediff.com15 May 2009

Here are five top destinations offering luxury accommodation on a budget.

Mike Tyson becomes a vegan

Mike Tyson becomes a vegan

Rediff.com29 Jul 2010

Boxing legend Mike Tyson has become a vegetarian, it was reported on Thursday.

Boxer Vijender exudes confidence ahead of fight

Boxer Vijender exudes confidence ahead of fight

Rediff.com15 Mar 2021

Unbeaten so far, Vijender is unfazed and said the height of his opponent -- who stands at 6 feet 4 inches.

Fitness trainer lauds 'athletic' Sania

Fitness trainer lauds 'athletic' Sania

Rediff.com9 Mar 2009

Renowned fitness trainer Gil Reyes, who has worked with top stars like Ana Ivanovic and Fernando Verdasco, on Monday lauded Sania Mirza's 'athleticism' after working for one week with the Indian tennis ace. Sania, who missed India's Fed cup campaign due to an abdominal injury after winning her career's first Grand Slam mixed doubles title at the Australian Open, trained with Reynes at his training centre in Las Vegas.

What's it like shopping for sex toys in India?

What's it like shopping for sex toys in India?

Rediff.com28 Jul 2009

What is it like to go shopping for naughty sex toys in our cities? Two Marie Claire staffers go on the prowl, and give you a juicy account of the good, bad and ugly of sex-retail therapy in the capital.